PALERMO STONE

The Palermo Stone is one of the most important sources of ancient Egyptian history. was made towards the end of the fifth dynasty (Old Kingdom in the twenty-fifth century B.C.). The Palermo Stone lists the mythical predynastic kings of Egypt followed by the pharaohs of the first five dynasties. It shows information on taxation, religious ceremonies, the levels of the Nile, building works, trade and military expeditions during this early period of Egyptian history. It is composed of black basalt and it is e